Words mean more than what is set down on paper. It takes the human voice to infuse them with deeper meaning.

There's something which impels us to show our inner souls. The more courageous we are, the more we succeed in explaining what we know.

When I want to think about what would be the right thing to do, the fair thing to do, the wise thing to do, I can just think of my grandmother. I can always hear her say, "Now sister, you know what's right. Just do right!"

The future is plump with promise.

Be courageous, but not foolhardy. Walk proud as you are.

I made the decision to quit show business. Give up the skintight dresses and manicured smiles. The false concern over sentimental lyrics. I would never again work to make people smile inanely and would take on the responsibility of making them think.

I try to live what I consider a "poetic existence." That means I take responsibility for the air I breathe and the space I take up. I try to be immediate, to be totally present for all my work.